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A survey of techniques and concepts currently used in experimental cellular biology. Methods include immunofluorescent staining of cells, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay, Western blotting and cell growth assays. An independent group project is also required. Prerequisites: BIOL 117 and 118. Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 311. 2 cr.
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Global analysis of gene expression at mRNA and protein levels, of protein modifications and protein interactions in relation to change in cellular or physiological condition. Prerequisite: BIOL (BCHM) 301.
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Proteomics techniques for the analysis of global changes in protein patterns. Methods include sample preparation, 2D/PAGE, image analysis, mass spectrometry, post-source decay and database mining to separate, detect and identify proteins. Techniques are used in independent research projects that address a wide range of biological questions. Prerequisites: BIOL (BCHM) 301, CHEM 335 and consent of instructor. Strongly recommended corequisite: BIOL 428. 2 cr.
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The scientific biomedical and ethical aspects of modern human genetics. Basic science lectures covering genetic approaches and underpinnings of inherited diseases, integrated with student presentations and discussion. Prerequisite: BIOL (BCHM) 301.
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Probability and distribution, experimental designs and hypothesis testing (t-test and ANOVA), linear regression and introduction to non-parametric statistics. Prerequisites: BIOL 117 and 118, MATH 147 or 221 or equivalent.
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Introduction to molecular methods used for research in ecology, evolution, behavior and conservation biology. Topics include DNA purification, the polymerase chain reaction, primer design, fingerprinting, DNA sequencing and use of Internet resources and software for phylogenetic data analysis. Primary emphasis is on gaining proficiency with research methods through laboratory exercises and independent projects. Lecture and laboratory. Prerequisite: any one of BIOL 351, 355/ 373, or 356/375; BIOL (BCHM) 301 recommended. 2 cr.
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Mathematical, graphical and computer simulation models in ecology, animal behavior and evolution. Emphasizes model building as a conceptual skill used in conjunction with empirical research to answer important biological questions. Individual and/or group projects in which students review a subject and construct models. Prerequisite: a 300-level (or higher) course in ecology, evolution or behavior. Non-biology majors should obtain consent of instructor.
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Information can be transmitted across generations by cultural in addition to genetic processes, especially in humans but also other species. This course will review the modern study of culture as an evolutionary process, including the social and psychological mechanisms that enable cultural transmission to take place, the differences and similarities between biological and cultural evolution, and the consequences of gene-culture co-evolution. Prerequisite: BIOL 105 ( cross listed as ANTH 280F), ANTH 111, BIOL 351, or permission of instructor.
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Social behavior, social structure and evolution of social organization in animals from a naturalistic perspective. Includes classical concepts underpinning sociobiology, contemporary issues and theory on the evolution of social behavior and organization, and phylogenetic patterns of social complexity. Prerequisite: One of the following: BIOL 351, 355 ( or 373), 375 or PSYC 327.
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Behavioral adaptations and characteristics of primates ù from prosimians to man ù in relation to their ecology. Course stresses how foraging, mating and parental behaviors, behavioral development, cognition and social behavior are all interrelated and understandable in the context of the environment in which they evolved. By applying basic principles of behavioral ecology to this single taxonomic group, students may clarify the influence of ecology on even complex behavioral characteristics. Lecture and discussion. One required field trip during semester. Recommended prerequisites: familiarity with primate taxonomy (e.g . ANTH 338 ) and a course in animal behavior (BIOL 375, BIOL 45 3 o r PSYC 327).
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